Bushnell’s Excursion EX Chuck Adams binoculars are 10x42s including fully multi-coated lenses and BAK-4 prisms with PC-3 Phase Corrective Coating for superior resolution and clarity. They are fogproof, waterproof and feature a wide 341-foot field of view at 1,000 yards. They’re protected by a sure-grip rubber coating and covered in Realtree Max-1 camo. Twist-up eyecups accommodate use with or without eyeglasses and the focus wheel can be locked. MSRP: $367.

Carson’s 3D Series binos are exceptionally lightweight, with a design including precisely placed thumb grooves and non-slip texturing to make them easy to handle and comfortable during long looks. Advanced optical technology produces superb depth and dimension, using crystal-clear BAK-4 prisms and optics that are fully multi-coated and phase corrected, the barrels nitrogen purged and O-ring sealed to assure they remain fogproof and waterproof under demanding conditions. Look for them in 8x32, 8x42, 10x42 and 10x50. MSRP: $340-$380.

Kowa’s Genesis/XD 33 binoculars offer chromatic aberration-free optics in 8x33 and 10x44 configurations. They provide bright images with high contrast and accurate color reproduction. The diopter control includes a locking mechanism, the prisms phase-coated and barrels filled with dry nitrogen gas to make them fogproof and waterproof. They can be focused as close as five feet and include twist-out eyecups and sure-grip rubber armoring. MSRP: $1,285 (8X) and $1,440 (10X).

Leupold’s BX-3 Mojava Series are lightweight, low-light binoculars that offer a streamlined roof-prism design with open-bridge ergonomics for easy handling even while wearing heavy gloves. They include fully multi-coated lenses and BAK-4 prisms to ensure optimal brightness, resolution, contrast and color fidelity. They’re designed to provide outstanding low-light performance and include twist-out eyecups. Like all Leupold optics, they’re rugged, waterproof, and backed by a limited lifetime warranty. They are offered in Black or Mossy Oak Treestand in 8x42, 10x42, 10x50 and 12x50 configurations.

Opti-Logic binoculars include fully multi-coated ED glass and BAK-4 phase coated prisms, offering maximum light transmission and image quality. Each binocular is built around durable, lightweight magnesium alloy bodies and rubber armored. They weigh 22.5 ounces, including a sleek, ergonomic and compact footprint. Each includes a front screw mount for use with a tripod adaptor for rock-steady viewing. They’re nitrogen filled and waterproof, offered in 8x42 and 10x42 models. MSRP: $350 and $390.

The Predator Xtreme from Steiner Germany now includes four new binocular models; 8x26, 10x26, 8x42 and 10x42. Like other Predator models, these binoculars utilize Dynamic Coating Technology, a sixth-generation lens treatment accentuating wildlife colors and muting haze and foliage hues. All include rigid polycarbonate chassis to be waterproof and durable. Ergonomic styling makes them easy to handle. Nitrogen/argon purged and pressurized to 14 psi to be fogproof and waterproof, they include case, padded strap, neoprene rain guard and lens caps. MSRP: $179-$499.